Burglars Targeted Two Businesses in Alki
Two individuals allegedly attempted to break into two Alki businesses early Tuesday morning.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Property Crime
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Two individuals in a black minivan targeted two businesses in Seattle's Alki neighborhood shortly before 6 a.m. on September 24, 2026. The suspects successfully broke into Alki Ice Cream & Boba after failing to gain entry at El Chupacabra.
Why it matters
The back-to-back incidents within a short timeframe have prompted a police investigation into the attempted and successful burglaries. Authorities are now reviewing the events that transpired across the local area.
The Seattle Police Department is investigating the incidents under police report number 26-284893. No arrests have been made regarding the two individuals who operated a black minivan during the 30-minute span.
The players
Seattle Police Department
This is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for investigating criminal activity and maintaining public safety within the city of Seattle.
Alki Ice Cream & Boba
This is a local business located in the Alki neighborhood that was targeted by individuals during the break-in.
El Chupacabra
This is a local restaurant in Alki that served as the initial site of an attempted break-in by the suspects.
The details
Two individuals used a black minivan to target the commercial properties, ultimately succeeding in breaking into Alki Ice Cream & Boba. A prior attempt to enter the nearby El Chupacabra restaurant was unsuccessful.
Timeline
The events took place on September 24, 2026, shortly before 6 a.m.
Legal Context
This investigation follows the standard procedural framework for processing reports of commercial burglary established by the Seattle Police Department. Such incidents are evaluated against broader city crime data to determine if there is a pattern of localized property crime.
Local business owners in the Alki neighborhood should review their current security measures following these back-to-back incidents. Residents and business operators are encouraged to report any suspicious activity involving a black minivan to the authorities.
The takeaway
Business owners in high-traffic areas should ensure security systems are active and footage is regularly backed up to assist investigators. Keeping the neighborhood vigilant can help police identify suspects more effectively when similar incidents occur.
Further reading
For more information on local safety trends, visit our Property Crime section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by West Seattle Blog....
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